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Hongdae Owl

4.8 223 reviews 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM 28-6 Wausan-ro 21-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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Hongdae Owl, nestled in Mapo-gu, Seoul, is a standout tteokbokki restaurant that has captivated food lovers. Specializing in instant tteokbokki, their menu features delightful options like the meat tteokbokki, known for its rich broth and tender ingredients, priced at a reasonable ₩17,000. Diners rave about the freshness of the octopus and the generous portions, making it perfect for sharing. The cozy interior adorned with student-made decor adds character and warmth, while the friendly staff, eager to accommodate requests for spice levels, enhances the dining experience.

Customer reviews highlight standout aspects of the dining experience, from the attentive service to the inclusion of a diverse Thai menu. One reviewer noted a memorable lunch featuring flawlessly seasoned tteokbokki that balanced spice and flavor, served during a layover in Seoul. Another indicated the incredible value for money, with fresh seafood in abundance and a comforting broth that leaves diners craving more. The enchanting ambience, potentially featuring live music in the evenings, makes Hongdae Owl a hidden gem worth revisiting. For anyone seeking a flavorful tteokbokki experience, Hongdae Owl promises to deliver satisfaction and fond memories.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Hongdae Owl before visiting.

Reviews for Hongdae Owl

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Review highlights

Based on 223 reviews

Hongdae Owl is widely praised for its flavorful tteokbokki featuring fresh seafood, particularly octopus, and a well-balanced spice level that can be adjusted to preference. Customers appreciate the generous portions designed for sharing and the variety of ingredients that enhance the overall experience. The restaurant is noted for its attentive and friendly service, with some visitors highlighting the ease of ordering and incorporation of diverse menu options. Its location, slightly tucked away from the main street, offers a quieter atmosphere ideal for a relaxed meal. Additionally, hints of live music contribute to an inviting ambiance, making Hongdae Owl a favored spot among both locals and travelers seeking affordable, delicious seafood tteokbokki in Seoul.

Wee Nee Poh
Sep 29, 2025

Big pot for sharing with various ingredients, octopus is fresh and delicious and overall good mix. Can request for less spicy which almost can’t taste any spice.

Nitha Kh
Sep 27, 2025

Love it! Great service, Have thai menu & easy to order.

Lala Cabral
Sep 08, 2025

A delicious lunch during our layover in South Korea. The tteokbeokki was sooo good, perfect seasoning and spice. Our server was attentive and kind. It also looks like they have live music (based on the instruments), probably during the evenings. Would definitely come back if we’re ever in the area!

toofoodtomiss
Aug 13, 2025

If you wanna try fresh seafood in Seoul at a crazy affordable price, save this place because you will definitely find what you’re looking for. When we chanced upon ???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????? on Naver Maps, the affordable price and its stellar 4.49 star rating perked our interest after a long day of shopping! The place took quite a walk and was down an alley. The interior of the restaurant was cozy with little knickknacks made by university students. While the staff were not proficient in English, they tried their best to help us which we really appreciated. We got their ???????????????????????????????? (????????.????₩) at Spice Level 1 which was to pair well with alcohol and a good cure for hangovers. Amid our great anticipation, the huge pot finally arrived and the plump, humongous octopus made our jaws drop - it was HUGE, you could also see the big mussels, scallops and various twigim, tteok, noodles and ingredients in the pot. It was really PACKED to the brim! It seemed like there was no end to the amount of seafood, and everything was so fresh. The broth itself was rich, sweet, and spicy. The twigim soaked up the broth and tasted so good. The noodles were also especially chewy too! At the end, we ordered rice and they used the remaining seafood and broth to make a ???????????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????? (????.????₩) and topped it with delicious cheese. Hongdae Seabooung is a hidden gem in this area. It’s definitely no tourist trap, and was hands down our most value for money meal the whole trip. Our family and friends were stunned that the Seabokki cost less than S$15 per person! We’re already craving their food just writing and thinking about that divine pot of seafood, and there’s no doubt we’d be back! Follow us on IG @toofoodtomiss for more foodie content!

Kaylee Allison
Aug 11, 2025

Wonderful experience for rose tteokbokki and loveliest staff! Great for some peaceful quiet just off the main strip.

James Wilson
Jul 06, 2025

Great experience kind staff offered translated menu ordered the seafood portion for 2 people was a massive serving and tasted amazing good spice levels

pei pei wong
Jun 20, 2025

Very delicious tteokbokki we had the seafood tteobokki and the octopus was so fresh!

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Quick info

Address
28-6 Wausan-ro 21-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Price range
₩10,000–20,000

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM

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